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Is Aloe-like Nananthus toxic to cats?

Nananthus aloides

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists aloe-like nananthus as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Nananthus aloides is not individually listed by the ASPCA. This South African Aizoaceae genus lacks confirmed toxicology records; it is classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution and should be kept away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate aloe-like nananthus

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move aloe-like nananthus out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of aloe-like nananthus to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten aloe-like nananthus, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is aloe-like nananthus toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is aloe-like nananthus toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists aloe-like nananthus as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Nananthus aloides is not individually listed by the ASPCA. This South African Aizoaceae genus lacks confirmed toxicology records; it is classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution and should be kept away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats aloe-like nananthus?

Nananthus aloides is not individually listed by the ASPCA. This South African Aizoaceae genus lacks confirmed toxicology records; it is classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution and should be kept away from pets and children. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to aloe-like nananthus.

What should I do if my cat ate aloe-like nananthus?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is aloe-like nananthus toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aloe-like Nananthus is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full aloe-like nananthus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to aloe-like nananthus?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full aloe-like nananthus pet-safety